Consider the following statements about the 39 UJALA scheme 39 1 The scheme aims for reduction of da...........

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Consider the following statements about the 'UJALA scheme'

1. The scheme aims for reduction of daily CO2 emission

2. The scheme is being implemented by The Energy and Resources Institute

3. Under this scheme, the government provides LED bulbs to households at one third the market price

Which of the given above statement (s) is/ are correct?

1 and 2

1 and 3

2 and 3

1, 2 and 3

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Explanation:

Third statement is incorrect i.e. Under this scheme, the government provides LED bulbs to households at one third the market price
UJALA scheme is LED-based Domestic Efficient Lighting Programme (DELP) that aims to promote efficient lighting, reducing energy consumption and energy savings. It was launched as National LED programme by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in January 2015. It was renamed UJALA in March 2016. Under it, every grid-connected consumer having a metered connection from their respective Electricity Distribution Company will get the LED bulbs at subsidized rates.